Learning the Art of Auctioneering
License Requirements
Licensing requirements by state and which states require a license.
Auctioneer Schools
A complete list of certified auctioneer schools throughout the United States and Canada.
State Exam
The exam is drawn from applicable state statutes and administrative code chapters specific to the profession.
Regulations
State of Wisconsin regulations pertaining to auctioneers and auction companies.
Auctioneers Sales & Use Tax
This explains how the 5% Wisconsin state sales and use taxes apply to sales made at auctions.
Reciprocity
Reciprocity agreements between Wisconsin and other states regarding auctioneering licenses.
WAA Conference
The WAA Annual Conference is formulated for the auctioneer to gain direction and knowledge beyond the auction ring. Continue to enhance your knowledge of nationally renowned professional speakers through the outstanding seminars provided. The WAA conference provides interaction with auctioneers and professionals that have ideas and had situations arise in their business that are worthy of discussion. It is a great time to talk and have fellowship with others.
Conference Date
February 4th, 5th, & 6th
Location
625 W Rolling Meadows Dr, Fond du Lac
Phone
608-228-4880
Upcoming Events
Conference Continuing Education
We pledge to implement and conduct new courses, as well as the many other standard courses with updated materials usable by today’s generation, with the knowledge provided by the seasoned auctioneer and professional.
Statewide Continuing Education
Wisconsin Auctioneers Association holds the continuous education (CE) and returns 100% of your fees to market the auction profession. The courses will be conducted by professionals in their field.
Licensing Quick Links
Wisconsin Auctioneer Board
The Auctioneer Board is created in Wis. Stat. § 15.405(3) and works with the Department of Safety and Professional Services as outlined in Wis. Stat. ch. 480. The members of the Auctioneer Board are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Legislature to serve 4-year terms.
Virtual Learning
Cornerstone-edu Auctioneer Continuing Education
Cornerstone-edu is approved in Illinois, Wisconsin, Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, North Carolina, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.
Cornerstone-edu provides you with online classes that puts you in touch with information to grow your business and the required courses to renew your auctioneer license. Today’s auctioneers need to keep up with the rapidly changing marketplace, which has been altered dramatically in the last decade.
Licensing News
‘Falling of the Gavel’: Court Weighing Whether Real Estate Auction Sales Are Final
Though the state Supreme Court has yet to schedule oral arguments, the case has the attention of the real estate industry. October 08, 2021 at 07:38 PMBy Suzette Parmley The case Sullivan v. Max Spann Real Estate & Auction that’s pending before the New Jersey...
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Announces auctioneering reciprocity with Ohio
MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Safety and Professional Services has established an auctioneer reciprocity agreement with Ohio. Under the new agreement, Wisconsin auctioneers who pursue licensure through reciprocity will be able to handle live auctions in...
Going Once, Going Twice … Judge Not Sold on Tennessee Online Auctioneer Licensing Law
Jason Snead / @jasonwsnead / Lucas Drill / August 18, 2019 In a win for free markets and consumer choice, U.S. District Court Judge Eli Richardson issued a preliminary injunction on July 23 barring the state of Tennessee from enforcing a new law that would have...
Did You Know?
In 1990, Auctions in Wisconsin totaled $975 million annually, not including sheriff’s sales and real estate auctions. There were 300 full-time and 100 part-time auctioneers in the state and 17,500 auctions were held in Wisconsin that year.
Did you Know?
In 1985, the National Auctioneers Association had 6,200 members and the Wisconsin Auctioneers Association had 170 members.
Did You Know?
Our three founding members were:
John Ioge of Taylor, WI
Clarence Olson of Galesville, WI
Louis Primus of Fairchild, WI
Did You Know?
The Wisconsin Auction law seeks to establish minimum standards and competencies for Auctioneers regarding their legal and ethical responsibilities to the public, their clients and fellow Auctioneers.